Rich Lowry’s thoughts on the State of the Union address, from Murdoch’s New York Post:

What was striking about the speech was how typically Bush it was, even in his reduced state. After seven years, he has the same belief in tax cuts and getting money into the hands of ordinary people, in compassionate initiatives for government to help the needy (including an interesting proposal for Pell Grants for poor kids “in failing public schools”), and in spreading freedom abroad. This obstinacy or consistency is part of why he is so hated and so loved. But after last night’s somewhat uninspired replay of Bush’s greatest hits, it’s no wonder both parties are ready for change. Eight years is a long time, for any president.

While, it seems like Bush has gotten a raw deal considering the number of crises he has faced, my major gripe with Bush, is his focus of world improvement and failure to address major domestic issues. I think he may have had more success and been more appreciated if he followed his campaign platform of moderate conservatism and attempted to improve the well-being of the average American family.

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